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First Immigration
The first Chinese came to Chicago as three entertainers led by John Dorming. -
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Chinese Immigration to Chicago
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New Businesses
Most of the immigrants that came to Chicago were male laborers. Their arrival led to 18 new laundries. -
Chinese Exclusion Act
The Exclusion Act decreased the Chinese population in the West but increased in the Midwest because they were seeking safety from violence. -
Anti-Chinese Riots
Although there were Anti-Chinese riots, Chinatown kept peaceful. -
Creating a Chinese village
During the Columbian Exposition, Chinese Americans used their own money to create a Chinese village. -
Population increase
The first time women was becoming a part of the society and population increased. -
Expanding Chinatown
The Santa Fe Railroad was rebuilt as the new Chinatown Square.
